Highlights

Rare homologation special with limited production: one of just 5,042 built
Original Moonstone Blue
Original factory specifications with no modifications according to the vendor
Recently serviced in readiness for sale
Reportedly garaged from new
High-performance 'Red Top' 16v injected, turbocharged, intercooled 2.0-litre twin-cam

The Appeal

Want to get a petrolhead's attention? Utter the words "homologation special" and we're all ears.

To homologate their car for Group A competition, Ford were tasked with building 5,000 road-going Sierra RS Cosworths. Unsurprisingly, they sold like hot cakes and in all it's reported that 5,042 were built. Of that relatively small number, many were driven hard, crashed, modified or stolen in period, leaving very few original survivors for Ford collectors. We're pleased to report that this 1987 example falls into none of those aforementioned categories.

The vendor assures us it's a totally original, unmodified Moonstone Blue Ford Sierra RS Cosworth that was supplied new to Portugal in left-hand drive. As the photographs show, it looks to be in lovely condition for its age.

A recent service ensures that it is ready for its next chapter, making it a worthy consideration for any enthusiast or collector.

History and Paperwork

Portuguese market left-hand drive example
Recently serviced
No crash or racing history, according to the vendor
54,057 km indicated
We're informed this car has been garaged its whole life
Vendor states: "100 per cent original condition with no modifications"

The Condition

Impeccably presented inside, out and under the bonnet
The bodywork looks exceedingly straight, solid and original
Neat door fit and panel alignment
Gleaming Moonstone Blue paintwork with no notable defects reported
Very smart exterior badging, trim and light units
The car's underside appears very clean and presents beautifully
Sunroof in good working order
Recaro seats in very smart order with minimal wear apparent
Period Grundig stereo casette
Plastic trim in smart condition
Controls and instrumentation are reported to function correctly

The Mechanics

2.0-litre 'Red Top' 16v petrol-injected, turbocharged, intercooled DOHC l4
Five-speed manual transmission
Recently serviced, ready for its next owner
We understand the RS Cosworth to be in good running and driving order

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